Despite its relatively small revenue base and market capitalization of about $390 million, Materialise has delivered over 24 years of consecutive revenue growth. Such a proven track record suggests that the business is well-run and could remain in a position to capitalize on the overall rise of 3D printing. However, before an investment case can be made, prospective Materialise investors should first determine if they feel the company's underlying financials, growth opportunities, risks, and valuation are in favor of them making it a long-term investment

They used an Objet 260 Connex system to make a 3D printed mold. The negative for the micro-scallop mold was printed using Stratasys’ RGD 525 high-temperature resistant material.

Carlos Garcia Pando's insight:

Sorry, but I strongly disagree with missleading headlines like this. They didn't print any device but just moulds, that could have been otherwise made by traditional means. The original headline doesn't have the same punch as it doesn't use the "3D-printed" hook.

For me, it would have been "using a screwdriver..", or "baseed on a CAD design"

The original paper's title is equally interesting without the 3d printed thing:

Artificially created metamaterials are already appearing in niche applications like electronics, communications, and defense, says a new report from Lux Research. How quickly they become mainstream depends on cost-effective manufacturing methods, which will include additive manufacturing.

CUMC scientists have created a 3D-printed implant that stimulates stem cells to regenerate the meniscus, cartilage that cushions and protects the knee.

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The scaffold is manufactured in polycaprolactone, and infused with two recombinant human proteins: connective growth factor (CTGF) and transforming growth factor β3 (TGFβ3). Dr. Mao’s team found that sequential delivery of these two proteins attracts existing stem cells from the body and induces them to form meniscal tissue.For a meniscus to properly form, however, the proteins must be released in specific areas of the scaffold in a specific order. This is accomplished by encapsulating the proteins in two types of slow-dissolving polymeric microspheres, first releasing CTGF (to stimulate production of the outer meniscus) and then TGFβ3 (to stimulate production of the inner meniscus). Finally, the protein-infused scaffold is inserted into the knee. In sheep, the meniscus regenerates in about four to six weeks. Eventually, the scaffold dissolves and is eliminated by the body.

NASA and Aerojet Rocketdyne successfully completed a series of hot-fire tests on an advanced rocket engine Thrust Chamber Assembly (TCA) using copper alloy additive manufacturing technology. This testing, conducted for the first time in the industry, was done with cooperation between Aerojet Rocketdyne, NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate Game-Changing Development Program and NASA's Glenn Research Center under a Space Act Agreement.

Carlos Garcia Pando's insight:

Last Aug 18, 2014 Aerojet Rocketdyne, a GenCorp (NYSE: GY) company, announced it had recently been awarded a contract by Wright-Patterson Air Force Base through the Defense Production Act Title III Office for large-scale additive manufacturing development and demonstration. The contract will secure multiple large selective laser melting machines to develop liquid rocket engine applications for national security space launch services. Aerojet Rocketdyne and its subcontractors will design and develop larger scale parts to be converted from conventional manufacturing to additive manufacturing.

Now, they present results from a lot of hot fire tests on copper parts. Does it indicate UK-based 3T-RPD are behind this?

“Similar to the technology used in bridges, skyscrapers, and airplane wings, truss designs provide strong structural support and integrity when implanted within the body with the goal of sustaining angular corrections,” said John Crates, M.D., a foot and ankle surgeon based in Plano, Texas. “Additionally, the structural mechanics and surface topology of the Osteotomy Truss System promote osseous incorporation and potentially accelerate healing.”

Advanced manufacturing technologies are leading to smaller jet engines.

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Frank Preli, chief engineer for materials and process engineering at the company, anticipates the possibility of radical new aircraft designs “like many engines embedded in a wing for ultra-aerodynamic efficiency.”

Such a design could have many benefits, says Mark Drela, a professor of aeronautics and astronautics at MIT. Distributing engines along the trailing edge of wings and in the rear of the fuselage can theoretically cut fuel consumption by 20 percent and decrease an aircraft’s weight.

TechNavio's analysts forecast the Global 3D Printing market in the Healthcare industry to grow at a CAGR of 14.74 percent over the period 2014-2019.

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Derby the dog was born with very small forelegs and no front paws. This resulted in his ending up in the care of Hillsborough, New Hampshire-based dog rescue group, Peace and Paws. Fortunately, he then proceeded into the foster home of Tara Anderson. She works for 3D printing company 3D Systems (3DS), and set about using her employer's technology to make him a set of prostheses. As a result, he's now able to run for the first time.

Anderson worked with animal orthotist Derrick Campana and two of her 3DS co-workers, designers Kevin Atkins and Dave DiPinto.

Tokyo, September 8, 2014. Ricoh Company, Ltd. announced the launch of an additive manufacturing business (AM Business) centered on 3D printers. Through this new business, Ricoh will sell 3D printers and its associated output service directly to manufacturing customers, as well as provide consulting services to these customers using first-hand knowledge and experience.

Carlos Garcia Pando's insight:

There are a number of 3D printing methods, including inkjet, material extrusion, and laser sintering. Ricoh has its own technologies related to inkjet, materials, and powders, which are necessary elements to produce these outputs. In particular, Ricoh directly sells inkjet heads utilizing laminated piezoelectric technology to industrial customers worldwide, which are widely used for paper printing and a variety of media, including signage, graphics, and three-dimensional fabrication. Ricoh will continue its research and development, leveraging its experience and technologies, while also consider in-house production and sales of 3D printers.

Oxford Performance Materials Inc. (OPM) today announced the launch and availability of the first two grades of its OXFAB® 3D printing technology for aerospace and industrial applications – OXFAB-N and OXFAB-ESD. OXFAB is OPM's proprietary technology platform and formulation of poly-ether-ketone-ketone (PEKK), an ultra-high performance polymer with exceptional strength, chemical resistance, low and high temperature performance, radiation resistance, superior wear properties and ultra-low outgassing – all of which are critical to aerospace and industrial applications.

For this latest release, many features such as labeling and cutting have been improved, and thereporting functionality has been upgraded to give you more control over how quotations are generated. In addition to the large number of enhanced feature

Through 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, robust and high-performing rocket parts can be created and offer improvements over traditional manufacturing methods. SpaceX is pushing the boundaries of what additive manufacturing can do in the 21st century, ultimately making the Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft more reliable, robust and efficient than ever before.

Carlos Garcia Pando's insight:

Very nice part. I guess it has "secret" cooling chambers inside. This could be manufactured in one thanks to the new EOS M400. Inconel produces great results with EOSINT machines.

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